Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 4 February 2026
258. Deputy Aidan Farrelly asked the Minister for Transport the total cost of a review (details supplied), including all consultancy fees and Departmental expenditure; if a value for money report was produced by his officials following the review. [7818/26]
View answerMy Department commissioned Indecon Economic Consultants to carry out an independent, external review of the Road Safety Authority. This review was commissioned in accordance with the Department’s obligations under the Code of Practice for the Governance of State Bodies. The cost of the review was €220,133 inclusive of 23% VAT. There was no additional consultancy fees or Departmental expenditure involved with this review.
The procurement process was carried out in accordance with applicable EU and national regulations and Office of Government Procurement (OGP) guidance. My Department has procedures in place to ensure compliance with all relevant guidelines. Additionally, all procurement by my Department is audited by the Office of the Comptroller and Auditor General each year.
